2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1323 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Charger | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2580 mm |
